Caren Yanis is a philanthropy sherpa, helping families plan a philanthropic journey that brings them together, ensures they have the tools they need, and prepares them for collective success.
She honed her skills running the Oprah Winfrey Foundations during the period of Oprah’s Angel Network. The Oprah Winfrey Foundations partnered with the Nelson Mandela Foundation on Oprah’s school building projects in South Africa, and worked with cross sector resources on recovery and rebuilding efforts in the Midsouth following Hurricane Katrina that helped 1400 families move back into homes.
Caren understands the social change landscape and ways to build diverse and equitable organizations. She has a passion for listening deeply, navigating challenges, and guiding people who have a commitment to purpose and the ability to change the world in effective and sustainable ways.
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